For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,694 students in 68502, NE (there are 3 private schools, serving 243 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 68502, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 68502, NE are Sheridan Elementary School, Beattie Elementary School and Irving Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 68502 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 68502, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68502, NE Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheridan Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3100 Plymouth Ave
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1167
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1167
Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Beattie Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 Calvert St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1123
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1123
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Irving Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2745 S 22nd St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1214
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1214
Gr: 6-8 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Prescott Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1930 S 20th St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1161
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1161
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Saratoga Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2215 S 13th St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1166
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1166
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Everett Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1123 C St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1159
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1159
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Child Guidance School
Alternative School
904 Sumner St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 434-2670
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 434-2670
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Science Focus Program
Alternative School
1222 S 27th St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1780
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 436-1780
Gr: 9-12
68502, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1430 South St
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 437-8930
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 437-8930
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 68502, NE?
The top ranked public schools in 68502, NE include Sheridan Elementary School, Beattie Elementary School and Irving Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 68502?
8 public schools are located in 68502.
What percentage of students in 68502 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 68502 are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 68502?
68502 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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